Positivism in Sociology Part A: Definitions

Social marginality vs stigma: Stigma refers to the discontent or disapproval (in extreme) of an individual or group on grounds that are socially perceived while social marginalization refers to pushing a given group of individuals to the society’s edge by denying them the identity or active voice. Anomie vs mechanical solidarity: while organic solidarity is social unity with regards to labour division for those depending on one another, mechanical solidarity refers to collectiveness or social integration of people with common beliefs and values.